1969 Buick GS vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Buick GS (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 172 kg more than 2004 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Buick GS (498 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | GS | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 73 L |
